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Erewash Museum
Volunteer-run local heritage centre with displays on lace, railways and everyday life in Long Eaton and nearby villages.
Take a train from Doncaster to Long Eaton and enjoy the approximately 70 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 04:14, the last at 22:15.
Distance 70 km |
Average train duration 59m |
Trains per day 3 |
First train 4:14 |
Last train 22:15 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Best time to book 4 days |
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Volunteer-run local heritage centre with displays on lace, railways and everyday life in Long Eaton and nearby villages.
Art gallery and museum in Nottingham with British art, archaeology and changing exhibitions, a practical cultural trip from Long Eaton.
Museum of transport history at Trent Bridge featuring vehicles, industry and social history relevant to the wider region.
Large country park with lakes, woodland and waterside paths, popular for walking, birdwatching and family outings.
Green flag park with formal gardens, play areas, sports facilities and open lawns near the heart of Long Eaton.
Traffic-free waterside route ideal for walking and cycling, following the historic canal through quiet stretches of the town.
A soft Derbyshire oatcake cooked on a griddle, often filled with cheese or bacon. Popular across the area as a traditional breakfast or light meal.
A classic East Midlands ale brewed with pale and roasted malts for a balanced bitter taste. The region has a strong pub and brewing tradition.
A crumbly blue cheese from Derbyshire with a rich, tangy flavour. It is one of the county’s best-known traditional foods and widely eaten locally.
Well-known Turkish restaurant offering charcoal-grilled kebabs, mezze and warm service in a comfortable modern dining room.
Established steakhouse known for grilled meats and hearty mains in a casual, dependable setting close to the town centre.
Popular riverside pub and restaurant serving British favourites, grills and Sunday roasts in a relaxed waterside setting.
Moderate for England: meals and transport are manageable, but hotels near Nottingham can raise overall trip costs.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis, and cafés usually just get small change.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Doncaster to Long Eaton by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Long Eaton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Doncaster to Long Eaton trains use the Doncaster to Long Eaton station pair. Use this guide to compare Doncaster and Long Eaton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Doncaster has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Doncaster.
Wi-Fi is available at Doncaster. ATMs are available at Doncaster.
Ticket office support is available at Doncaster.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Doncaster: Parking, WC.
Available at Doncaster: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Doncaster: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: Phones are low level but not text, Accessible taxis: Advance booking not required, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: , Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Long Eaton is 1 km from Long Eaton city centre. Public transport options include:
Long Eaton has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Long Eaton.
Ticket office support is available at Long Eaton. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Available at Long Eaton: Parking.
Available at Long Eaton: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Long Eaton: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station. This station has step free access to all platforms. Assistance provided by on train staff. This station has tactile paving at the edges of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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